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During challenging times, Americans traditionally look to the outdoors for relief and diversion. For 30 years, the work of CSF has been to ensure that American hunters and anglers, sport shooters and trappers, the traditional guardians of our public lands and wildlife, continue to have the best available opportunities to enjoy our lands. CSF remains committed to advancing and protecting the rights and privileges of the American sportsman.
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By Brett Hensley

On Capitol Hill
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Seeks Comments on Firearm Possession Revision
Last week, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)  published an announcement to seek public comment on a proposed revision to an existing regulation governing the possession and transportation of firearms...  Read More > >

NRCS Announces Awards for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program
On April 16, the US Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)  announced $206 million  in annual awards for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).  Read More > >
In the States
California: Conservation Partners Weigh-in on Fish and Game Commissions Strategic Plan Update
Contact: Aoibheann Cline, Western States Coordinator 
On April 13, California's conservation community stepped up to the plate on behalf of hunters and anglers in the Golden State by advocating for inclusion of the sportsmen's community's priorities...  Read More > >

Delaware: Caucus Co-Chairs Call on Governor to Promote Responsible Outdoor Recreation during COVID-19
Contact: Brent Miller, Northeastern States Senior Director and States Program Team Administrator
Monday, April 13, the Co-Chairs of the bipartisan and bicameral  Delaware Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus  - Senators Bruce Ennis and Brian Pettyjohn, and Representatives William Carson and...  Read More > >

Mississippi: Sportsmen's Legislative Updates Amidst COVID-19
Contact: Clay Chester, Southeastern States Coordinator 
With the widespread impacts of COVID-19, the 2020 regular session of the Mississippi Legislature is currently in recess. In March, the  Mississippi Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus  (Caucus) hosted the... Read More > >
 
Nebraska: A Look into the Cornhusker State's 2020 Session
Contact: Kent Keene, Lower Midwestern States Coordinator
The 2020 legislative session in Nebraska's unicameral legislature has seen many pieces of legislation that would impact sportsmen and women, and the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation... 

New Hampshire: Shortened Sessions - No Shortage of Activity
Contact: Joe Mullin, New England States Senior Coordinator 
Accounting for the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, New Hampshire's General Court has suspended legislative activity until May 4. The first quarter of 2020 saw the  New Hampshire Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus host its first luncheon of the year... 

New York: Caucus Co-Chairs Efforts Key in Reopening Boat Ramps and Marinas
Contact: Brent Miller, Northeastern States Senior Director and States Program Team Administrator
On Friday, April 17, the Co-Chairs of the bipartisan and bicameral New York Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus - Senator Joseph Griffo and Assembly Members Aileen Gunther, Clifford Crouch...  Read More > >

Northeast: States Move to Authorize Internet-Only Hunter Education During COVID-19 Pandemic
Contact: Brent Miller, Northeastern States Senior Director, States Program Team Administrator
Recently, both New York and Vermont have authorized internet-only hunter education courses amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Both states previously offered a section of the course online...  Read More > >
 
CSF News
Wonders of Wildlife Introduce Conservation Education Gaming Technology
Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum has developed an initiative to bring a conservation-educational gaming technology to families at home. "Mission Conservation" is a free mobile gaming platform that revolutionizes the way kids learn about nature. This is an interactive game with prizes! Each Monday will begin a new mission. Check out what today's mission is by downloading the  Agents of Discovery  app, and get your kids started on their exploring! 
 
CSF's Spring Online Auction is Now Live!
You can still help us in our mission to protect and advance sportsmen's policy and conservation. Our spring auction consists of products such as a Smith and Wesson 686, FN-15, Shimano Saltwater Baitrunners, Browning Silverfield .12 gauge, Tenzing turkey pack with call,  Barnett Crossbow HyperGhost425, Wild Innovations Trail Camera, an OnX Hunt membership, and much more! The auction will be live from April 20 to April 30, 2020. Head over to the site  here   and place your bid today. 
 

2 020 Annual NASC Sportsman-Legislator Summit - Registration Now Open
Online registration is now open for the 17th Annual National Assembly of Sportsmen's Caucuses (NASC) Sportsman-Legislator Summit.  This Summit is the most important event of the year for caucus members and partners. Read More > >
 
        
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